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TWBC - Green Belt Study

TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL

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05 Feb 2026 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council recently awarded a contract for the "TWBC - Green Belt Study" to Land Use Consultants. This tender falls under the services category, specifically focused on environmental impact assessment, excluding construction. This procurement process, classified as sub-central government public authority, was conducted through a limited competition method as it was below the threshold. The contract, valued at £82,576.50, spans from 9th March 2026 to 31st August 2026. The purpose of the study is to assess potential grey belt land in the Tunbridge Wells Borough to support its Local Plan Review. The buying organisation, located in Tunbridge Wells, used a limited procurement method, and the award was finalised on 5th February 2026.

This awarded contract presents opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental consulting and land use planning. Large firms with expertise in environmental impact assessments could benefit significantly, as the project involves evaluating land for future utilisation within the borough's planning framework. Such tenders are ideal for businesses with a track record of handling comprehensive environmental studies and advising local governments on land development strategies. Although the opportunity has been awarded, companies with relevant expertise can look for similar future opportunities to collaborate with borough councils on urban planning projects.

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Notice Title

TWBC - Green Belt Study

Notice Description

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) are appointing consultants to carry out a Green Belt Study, including the identification of potential grey belt land, for Tunbridge Wells Borough. The Green Belt Study will be produced to support the upcoming Tunbridge Wells Borough Local Plan Review (LPR). To view this notice, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1012213985

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064959
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010652-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£82,576 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@tunbridgewells.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01892554425

Buyer Location

Locality
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Postcode
TN1 1RS
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tunbridge Wells
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Tunbridge Wells

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LAND USE CONSULTANTS

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